ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -What does the thyroid gland do? The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate the body’s metabolic rate, growth and development. It plays a role in controlling heart, muscle and digestive function, brain development and bone maintenance. Its correct functioning depends on a good supply of iodine from the diet.

Detailed explanation-2: -The thyroid keeps your metabolism under control through the action of thyroid hormone, which it makes by extracting iodine from the blood and incorporating it into thyroid hormones.

Detailed explanation-3: -The thyroid gland produces three hormones: Thyroxine (T4), Triiodothyronine (T3) and Calcitonin. T4 and T3 are what most people think of as “thyroid hormones.” These hormones play a significant role in your metabolism and in energy regulation in the body.

Detailed explanation-4: -Adrenal gland. The adrenal glands make and release corticosteroid hormones and epinephrine that maintain blood pressure and regulate metabolism.

Detailed explanation-5: -Regulating the rate at which your body uses calories (energy). Slowing down or speeding up your heart rate. Raising or lowering your body temperature. Influencing the speed at which food moves through your digestive tract. More items •15-Feb-2022